UoF’s latest lessons, Drafting a surplice under a chest knit top This is one of the cut and sew knit drafting series. (Image source: University of Fashion).
The latest Cut&So-Called Knit Lessons have officially appeared in the chat. Drum roll please! It’s time to write a draft. Surplice underbust knit top. Sexy yet sophisticated, this design hugs and flatters, and might even make Diane von Furstenberg’s iconic wrap dress look a little strained.
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Learn how to read sketches – design details and proportions. (Image source: University of Fashion).
If you have completed the draft knitted sloper in our lesson. Drafting a stable knitted sloper with a women’s fit using measurements; You’ve basically unlocked the “boss level” of Cut and Sew Knits. You are now officially cleared to take off into the drafting area.
First stop: Read our sketches of surplice knit tops like a fashion detective. Study the proportions: the drop of the front neck, how far the front and back necklines are from the neck, where the wrap point touches the body, and how partying the shirring is at the side seams.
plush knit
This is the University of Fashion’s three-layer knit sewing series. (Image source: University of Fashion).
Think of us as your personal knit wranglers when it comes to sewing and breaking in your knits. This three-part series will guide you through choosing just the right seam allowances and hem and neckline finishes to help your elastic pieces perform like the real thing. asked sewing.
For more techniques and practice on knit drafting, check out our other cut and sew knit drafting classes.
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